God-Man relationship
"The LORD is my shepherd; there is nothing I lack. In green pastures, he makes me lie down; to still waters, he leads me; he restores my soul. He guides me along the right paths for the sake of his name. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff comfort me." (Psalm 23:1-4) Psalm 23, often cherished as one of the most comforting and poetic passages of Scripture, beautifully conveys God's intimate care, unwavering presence, and providential guidance throughout life's journey. Using the evocative metaphor of a shepherd tending sheep, the psalmist eloquently captures the nature of God's relationship with humanity—a relationship characterized by trust, protection, and profound intimacy. The opening declaration, "The LORD is my shepherd; there is nothing I lack," immediately sets forth the central theme of complete trust and absolute reliance upon divine provision. The psalm thus...